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Dark Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies

A delightful treat combining rich chocolate and zesty orange in a buttery cookie that melts in your mouth, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest (finely grated)
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Chocolate Dipping Ingredients
  • 6 ounces dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa, melted for dipping)
  • Optional: extra orange zest or flaky sea salt for garnish For additional flavor and decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set oven to 325°F (160°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla and orange zest; mix well.
  4. Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a dough forms.
  5. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface and cut with cookie cutters into desired shapes.
  6. Place cookies on lined baking sheets and chill for 15 minutes.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  2. Cool completely on wire racks.
Dipping
  1. Melt dark chocolate and dip half of each cooled cookie.
  2. Garnish with extra zest or sea salt if desired.
  3. Let chocolate set fully before stacking and serving.

Notes

These cookies can be served with milk, coffee, or tea, and can also be paired with vanilla ice cream or warm chocolate sauce. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.